Durban Arts

Durban offers the visitor a a wealth of arts and cultures and assists in developing a unique South African identity. Probably no other city in South Africa is as diverse as Durban.

The influences of Asian, Zulu, English Colonial and Afrikaans cultures have made the city a treasure house of architectural styles and Durban is considered to have one of the best selection of Art Deco architecture of any city in the world.

Durban City HallThis very prominent building was inspired by the City Hall of Belfast, Northern Ireland and replicated it. It is a notable example of Edwardian neo-Baroque architecture.

The building is richly embellished with groups of allegorical sculptures representing the Arts, Music, Literature, Commerce and Industry. Sculptures on the main pediment represent Britannia and Unity and Patriotism

Address City Hall, West Street, Durban City Centre Telephone 311 1111

Durban Art GalleryThe Durban Art Gallery has an established local and international collection that includes art from the "old" South Africa and a growing permanent collection of new and established South African artists from all the communities, focusing on local, KwaZulu-Natal artists.

NSA GalleryBring your family along to enjoy time out of the bustle of the city, and sample the rich diversity of KwaZulu Natal art and craft. The gallery is a lively social hub for artists and art lovers. Rub shoulders and share opinions with established artists and rising talents.

Where to StayDurban Accommodation options are numerous; with a large variety of different types spread throughout the city.

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